It's been a year since the November 2002 midterm elections. At this time last year, the serious erosion of the Democrats' national political support was obvious for all to see. The 2002 election was an almost across-the-board loss for them, leading some to suggest the results be taken as a wake-up call, an indication of the need to recalibrate the party's philosophy and message. Relying on indicia such as predicted demographic changes in the U.S. in the 21st century; the Washington and New York media expert view that America is a 50/50 nation evenly divided; aggressive internet activity and fundraising...
